Emerald

Step 1: Introduction to Gemology Lesson 19 Back to syllabus Men and women of all ages wear rings. Some rings symbolize significant events, such…

Before spending money on a VVS diamond, read about the pros and cons of diamonds with this clarity grade. What you learn might surprise you!

Brazilianite’s lovely green to yellow colors make it a must for gem collectors. Large faceted stones are often flawed, but smaller cut gems can…

Don’t let the bowtie effect keep you from buying an oval cut diamond. With prices lower than rounds, ovals are also a stylish choice for engagement…

Searching for diamonds online shouldn’t be so complex. Use our recommended parameters to buy the best diamond for your engagement ring — and…

All gemstones, from fragile opals to durable diamonds, can benefit from protective gem settings. Learn which jewelry designs are best suited…

Learn how diamonds formed geologically and how they became the virtual standard for engagement ring stones in this brief history of diamonds.…

Once the stone of royalty, the fragile opal has a convoluted personality and lore. Opal symbolism is as varied as the stone’s play of color.

Celebrate your unique love story with an opal engagement ring stone. Though opals require extra care, no other gem combines color and fire the way…